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“I don’t think it’s a bad idea, after all our main population target are the childrens, right? We’ll start sending the stocks to all branches by Monday and I suppose it should be done by Wednesday. Can you take care of all the shipping, Ms. Magno?” I stated.
“Yes, Ms. Cruz.” Sagot ng head ng inventory team namin.
“That would be all, thank you everyone. You may leave.” I stated at kaniya-kaniya naming naglabasan ang mga tao sa loob ng conference hall maliban sa akin at sa sekretarya ko na si Yonice.
“Ang ganda po ng ideya niyo, ma’am.” Saad nito.
“Thank you, Yo. Actually sobrang saya ko nga eh. At first hindi ko talaga inexpect na ma so-sold out yung ka-ka release palang na toy, and now this, a limited edition robot toy.”
Hindi parin talaga ako makapaniwala na aabot ako sa kinaroroonan ko na ngayon. If you’re wondering what company I run, then I’ll tell you. Just after I graduate from college, I entered modelling, two years after modelling I decided to try manufacturing toys for the children to prevent them from getting involve on so much gadgets. I never really thought it would blew up and look where I am now, three years after I started my own toy company.
“Oo nga po ma’am eh. Aside from being a very famous and well respected model, you are also a boss of your own company. Indeed a brave and independent woman. Ni kahit tulong mula sa mga magulang at kapatid mo, hindi mo tinanggap kasi mas gusto mong maabot lahat ng pangarap mo just by yourself.”
“Thank you, Yo. Anyways, do I have meetings for today?” Yo then got her ipad and scrolled.
“No ma’am. You’re free for the rest of the day.” I then stood up and gather all my things.
“Okay, so I’ll be heading out now,Yo. You should go home early today, okay.”
“Thank you po.” Dagdag pa nito at tulyan na akong lumabas mula sa conference.
“Ms. Aya! Andito po.” Tawag ni Jas sa akin at agad naman akong lumapit roon.
“Sorry I’m late. Andito na ba sila?”
“Kakarating lang rin po nila, ma’am.”
“Okay. Please show me the way.” Nag simula na itong maglakad at sumunod naman ako. Pumasok kami sa isang pinto at roon ko nakita ang dalawang lalaking naka suot ng business suit.
I went for a seat and greeted the gentlemens.
“Good day, sirs. I’m sorry i'm late.” Tumanggo naman sila at lumapit ang isang waiter. I ordered my food at nginitian ang waiter.
“So, can we start the meeting now, Ms. Cruz?” The other gentleman asked. As I was about to answer, the other man answered instead.
“How rude of you, Astro. Let our guest eat first, right Ms. Aya?” I bowed down my head and did not replied.
We waited for a few minutes until our food arrived and we started eating.
“Well, thanks for the food. We can start now. “ The man named Astro got something from his case and put it on the table.
“So, here’s the plan.” He explained everything as I listened carefully.
On the other hand, I saw the other gentleman from my peripheral view looking at me thoroughly a small smile plastered on his gorgeous face. Yeah he is truly beautiful, he can be a model himself. I was caught off guard when he suddenly smiled showing his beautiful teeth. I looked away and focused on listening.
A few moments later, Astro called the waiter for some wine. The male waiter came back with a wine on his other hand and three wine glass on the other. He went to filling our glasses with wine, unfortunately when he was filing mine, the glass tumbled down and wet my white dress.
“Oh my!” I stated loudly and abruptly stands up. I saw the other man stands up too and went to me with a tissue.
“Are you okay, Aya?” He said worriedly.
“Yes, yes I am.” The waiter came to my side and pulled my hand slighty hard.
“I’m sorry, Ma’am. You were blocking my space, and I tripped because of your legs. You should have fixed your legs.” I looked up at him unbelievably. What did he just say?
“Are you kidding me?” The man said loudly making the waiter back up a little and Astro stands up.
“Calm down, Montesso.” He stated. So he's the mighty Montesso.
“You must be kidding with me right?” He said towards the waiter.
“Instead you ask for an apology SINCERELY, you blamed her for your mistake? If only you were careful in filling her glass, none of this would have happened. Also, if only you were looking at what you were doing than stare at her exposed legs, psycho.” Wilson stated angrily. I saw the waiter bow down his head looking scared.
“It’s okay, Mr. Montesso. Thank you.” He look at me in disbelief and sighed.
“Next time, watch it.” The waiter then nodded his head and walked away.
“Your dress is now a mess.” He look at my dress and took off his coat and
wrapped it around me.
“Your upper dress is stained and your brassiere is could be seen.” He stated and looked away.
I looked down on my stained dress and blushed. Gosh he wasn’t kidding. Kitang-kita ko ang kulay pula kong bra.
“Thank you for the coat Mr. Montesso. I’ll return it to you, I promise.” He nodded his head and turned to Astro.
“Astro, I’ll just walk her to her car. I’ll be back.” He said to Astro, and he replied with a sheepish grin
.
“It’s not necessary anymore, Mr. Montesso. I can handle myself, tsaka nandiyan naman sa labas ang assistant ko.
“No, I insist. Baka mabastos ka pa. And please, Wilson is fine.” I nodded my head as he guided me out.
“Ms. Aya! Ano po ang nangyari sa inyo?” Tanong nito.
“It’s fine, Jas.” Saad ko at napatingin naman ito kay Wilson at binati ito.
“Magandang araw po sa inyo, Mr. Montesso.” Wildon bowed his head too as a respond.
“I’ll show you out. Baka mabastos pa si Aya.” Napatingin ako kay Wilson at napangiti. A gentleman indeed.
“Thank you for this, Wilson.” Saad ko at inabot sa kaniya ang coat.
“My pleasure. Thank you for meeting with us today, Aya.” He smiled at me.
“Thank you too. We’ll be heading now. Till next time, Will.” Napa atras naman ito at napa tango-tango hindi maka paniwala.
“Okay ka lang?” Kuha ko sa atensiyon nito.
“Ah! Yes, I’m fine. Take care. And Driver, please drive carefully.” He added. And waved his hand at me.
“Bye, Will”
“Bye, Aya.”
We said in unison and smiled.
He reminds me of someone. Someone I used to admire. Someone close to my heart.
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